Restaurants near Martensdale

“My absolute favorite pizza place. The crust is so good and reminds me of a store I used to get pizza from when I was little. The pizza actually holds up and doesn't fall over like other nasty pizza places.”

“Great place to eat in Norwalk. Food is great and service is excellent. Nonnie was our server. Exceptional service. Very polite, helpful and a joy to meet. We will be back, thank you Nonnie”

“💜Lavender Matcha💜 So far it’s the only thing I’ve had from there and I would stop in daily for one if I could! Customer service was top notch, atmosphere inside was very inviting and relaxing. Every customer who walked in had a smile on their face and Joe seemed to know everyone by name. It was like “Cheers” but a coffee shop! Wonderful place, you must go!”

“Mom and I eat there often. The food and service is exceptional. Mom loves their daily specials and the tenderloin. I've loved everything I've tried ! Highly recommend!”

“had great service. food was excellent. we had the meatloaf sandwich which was spicy. the chicken noodle soup was very flavorful with lots of chicken.i had the grilled chicken sandwich with BBQ sauce and bacon. with a over sized piece of chicken and the potato salad was warm and was like German potato salad. we will definitely be back. great addition to Norwalk. took pictures, but don't see a place to add them.”

“The ice cream tastes sooo good!! Our whole family loves it. We usually have a gallon or two in our freezer.”

“We had dinner there tonight and I also had one of the Iowa mules. I don’t think I can recommend this place enough! Most places either make the drinks too strong but they taste gross or not strong enough and you don’t get your moneys worth, but this was probably the best mule I’ve ever had. Also the food was delicious and on a Saturday night we had no wait!”

“Love it I really enjoy the products and the friendly greetings from the employees”

“I reached out to management about helping coordinate a special dinner for my family and they were more than accommodating. The manager, hostess and waiter were absolutely fantastic that night (and leading up to it) and I couldn’t be more grateful. All while they had a party of 27 the same night. The food was also delicious and I’ve been craving it ever since. Wonderful addition to Norwalk and will be a frequent spot for us!”

“We were staying in down town Des Moines and made the drive to Norwalk to Pyra. Well worth the drive”

“very friendly staff. and fast service and excellent food.”

“Really nice owners and great service. A hidden gem for sure”

“I recently moved to Norwalk and it was my first time going to scooters. I’ve been there now three times and I’ve only been in my new place for four nights. I just love their energy, the positivity, and patience that they all carry. The drinks and food are always amazing. Today I was redeeming my free reward and the app was very slow, but Katie was very patient and kind with me. Everyone else I’ve encountered has been very kind as well. A great place to go and start your day. !!!”

“Pin High Sports Bar delivers a strong balance between entertainment and legitimate golf simulation.

The facility blends a traditional sports bar atmosphere with high-quality simulator bays, creating an environment that works equally well for competitive practice sessions or casual nights out. The Aboutgolf simulator technology provides accurate ball flight data and immersive course play, while the open layout keeps the experience social rather than isolated. (curved screens in the back are a MUST try)

What stands out most is the versatility. You can grab drinks, watch live sports, and still get meaningful swings in, play some pool, shuffleboard, duckpin bowling and anything else. The space feels built for groups — leagues, corporate events, or winter golf nights — but it doesn’t sacrifice simulator quality in the process.

For golfers in Central Iowa looking to stay sharp during the off-season while still enjoying a relaxed, social setting, Pin High strikes that balance effectively. (Also, located right next to the sports complex makes it an easy visit when in the area)

Best For: Group outings, winter leagues, casual competitive play
Strength: Atmosphere + simulator experience combination + several gaming options”

“Norwalk, West Des Moines and Altoona workers are so so amazing, they are always so welcoming, kind and willing to answer an questions.. every time l go I’m greeted with a smile and good energy, absolutely love the environment, definitely recommend trying every location 🤗”

“We had our son’s 5th birthday here. It was absolutely phenomenal. The service was second to none. Manager and staff were all super kind and accommodating. The food was hot and fresh. The young kid working the game room was cleaning and helping customers the entire time. Not one person on their phone. 10/10 awesome experience!”

“We love Wilson’s! Wonderful place to shop for local goods, beautiful scenery, fun for the kids & parents too! Great food (and desserts!) and amazing service!”

“Savannah W. was the barista that served me today and she was just the sweetest soul! Not only was she helpful with drink choices and food, she also sparked genuine conversation. Such a great experience!”

“They were close tonight I’ve heard they been bought, so we thought we would try Bordanaros No comparison County line pizza is twice as Good! I hope the new owner keeps the restaurant open ,and the same”

“The Cavatelli was delicious! Reasonable prices. We will return for the food. The service was good. It lacked a bit in atmosphere and character, but that certainly isn't a deal breaker.”

“If you are looking for PHO or great Chinese food China Dragon is legit. My wife and are shocked at how flavorful the soup was here. It absolutely competes with the great Vietnam restaurants in Des Moines The Pho has a very rich beef broth where you can have onions, scallions, basil or lime.

Appetizers like Crab rangoon, egg rolls and especially the ribs are delicious and full of flavor. The Chinese menu offers classics like General Chicken, fried rice, beef w broccoli and all the classics you would expect.

The restaurant is owner operated so every meal is made with care.

Seating is simple and casual attire is welcome.”

“Awesome place! Highly recommend for a fun evening.”

“This was our first time eating here. We drove down from Nebraska today to go exploring and see the covered bridges of Madison County and found the Hitchin’ Post to eat dinner! Great atmosphere, friendly people and awesome service and food! Thanks so much Hitchin’ Post Grill! If your in the area, it’s a definite stop for great food and service! Give it a try you will not be disappointed!”

“We got to town over an hour early for our grandson's baseball game, so I googled if anything was in town and found this little gem!
We'll be back some weekend to try the dinner menu!”

“Just stopped for the first time for a Smoothie and a Strawberry Shortcake. ONLY do this if you intend to budget one a day from now until forever... 😂 Absolutely amazing and great people!”

“The cheese pizza and pepperoni/sausage pizza was delicious!”

“today was my first time on this location the food was amazing. The restaurant is really clean and the customer service. It was really good. I really recommend this location.”

“When my husband and I stopped at the Casey’s in Cumming, Iowa today, there was no cheese pizza. The kitchen employee told me he’d make another one quickly. I told him it wasn’t necessary, but he jumped right in and produced a cooked pizza in short order—great customer service! There were 2 other employees who were equally helpful and cheerful. Good positive vibes fr staff—I will remember them.”

“Visited 1908 tonight to watch Monday night football and the food and service were amazing!!! Our server Meg was so personable and attentative! Love their menu and atmosphere. Great place to relax and watch the game.They really know how to take care of their customers here! Highly recommend this place!”

“This is the best Jimmy Johns I have ever been to! Our lunch order today was perfect, fresh, and absolutely delicious!! Norwalk is my new Jimmy Johns go to!!!!!”